The e. coli outbreak tied to onions used in McDonald’s Quarter Pounder sandwiches has grown to 75 patients. Three new states have reported illnesses since Monday: New Mexico, Michigan and Washington. At least 22 of the patients have been admitted to the hospital. Two of the hospitalized patients were diagnosed with hemolytic uremic syndrome as a result of the food poisoning. Hemolytic uremic syndrome is a potentially life-threatening complication that can lead to kidney failure”.
Signs of an E. coli infection can include fever, vomiting, severe stomach cramps and diarrhea which usually start 3-4 days after exposure to the bacteria. The majority of people who are infected get better within one week without the need for treatment. In more serious cases, individuals can suffer serious kidney problems which leads to hospitalization. The CDC advises anyone who becomes ill after eating a McDonald’s Quarter Pounder to seek medical attention, letting the physician know what they ate.
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